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Having problems with your Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S730 Digital Camera ?

Format error when I turn on the camera it reads "format error" what is the problem? it won't take a picture

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Hi,Format error means memory card in camera is unstable and need to be formatted. You will lose all data/ files on memory card after format.Format option is available in camera Menu.This will solve your format error problem in camera.

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